🚀 Docker CLI & Docker Compose Installation Script for Ubuntu

This script automates the installation of Docker and Docker Compose on an Ubuntu system. It ensures a hassle-free setup by following the best practices for installing Docker from its official repository.

📌 Features

• Installs the latest Docker Engine & Docker Compose
• Configures Docker to start on boot
• Adds your user to the Docker group (optional)
• Ensures a secure installation using official GPG keys
• Fully automated script with minimal user intervention

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📖 Installation Guide

1️⃣ Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/Lalatenduswain/install-docker.git
cd install-docker

2️⃣ Run the Script

chmod +x install_docker.sh
./install_docker.sh

3️⃣ Follow the Instructions

• The script will automatically install Docker & Docker Compose
• Log out and log back in to apply group membership changes

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🔧 Steps Covered by the Script

✅ Step 1: Update Package Repositories

Updates the system's package list to ensure the latest versions of software are installed.

✅ Step 2: Install Dependencies

Installs essential packages:

• ca-certificates
• curl
• gnupg

✅ Step 3: Add Docker’s Official Repository

Adds Docker’s GPG key and repository to ensure a trusted installation.

✅ Step 4: Install Docker & Docker Compose

Installs the latest versions of:

• docker-ce (Docker Community Edition)
• docker-ce-cli (Docker Command Line Interface)
• containerd.io
• docker-buildx-plugin
• docker-compose-plugin

✅ Step 5: Start & Enable Docker

Starts Docker immediately and enables it to launch on boot.

✅ Step 6: Verify Installation

Checks that Docker and Docker Compose are installed correctly by displaying their versions.

✅ Step 7: Add User to Docker Group (Optional)

Allows running Docker without sudo by adding your user to the docker group.

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⚠️ Important Notes

• Compatible OS: This script is designed for Ubuntu-based systems only.
• Use at Your Own Risk: Always review the script before running it.
• Backup Recommended: Before making system-wide changes, ensure you have backups.

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💖 Support & Donations

If you found this useful, you can support me by buying me a coffee ☕

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📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. Feel free to use, modify, and distribute it as needed.

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🔗 Connect with Me

🐦 Twitter: @lalatendu_swain 💼 LinkedIn: Lalatendu Swain

🚀 Enjoy Dockerizing your applications!